Goldenrod (Solidago virgaurea)
- USDA Organic
- Dried, Cut, & Sifted
Other Names:
European Goldenrod, Woundwort, Aaron's Rod.
General Information:
Goldenrod is a perennial plant, native to Europe and Asia, but naturalized in North America. It is a hardy plant, growing in pastures and along mountainsides. The botanical name Solidago comes from the Latin term "solidare," which means "to make whole." The plant grows 2 to 3 feet (60 to 90 cm) high, with alternating leaves and panicles of golden flowers on top. In the Americas, after the Boston Tea Party, the colonists, having just gotten rid of their favorite beverage, made a tea of goldenrod and called it "Liberty Tea". It was also used as a dye amongst the colonists. Other legends tell that the stem could be used by some as a divining rod, and that when it grows near a house, the occupants will be granted good fortune.
Parts Used:
The above ground parts of the plant, ground and chopped.
Precautions:
Specific-
- Persons with allergies to other members of the Asteraceae family should exercise caution.
- Anyone who has a chronic kidney disorder should consult a practitioner before using Goldenrod Herb.
- Do not use during acute attacks of kidney stones or other kidney disorders.
General-
- We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
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